Entry Level Behavior Technician

Entry Level Behavior Technician

Bakersfield, CA 93301

Overview

Salary Range $19.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Description

Join ACES as a Behavior Technician!

At ACES, we're passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential — and we care just as much about supporting our team. We prioritize work/life balance, employee wellness, and clear growth opportunities in a meaningful, data-driven field.

As a Behavior Technician, you'll work one-on-one with children, helping them build communication, social, and problem-solving skills using evidence-based ABA techniques. If you're empathetic, motivated, and excited to make a difference, this could be the perfect fit.

What You'll Do

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in our centers or in home-based settings
• Reinforce positive behaviors using techniques from our industry-leading training program
• Track client progress using a company-issued iPad and data systems
• Collaborate with families and supervisors to support each child's growth

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits
• $1/hour increase after your first year (if in good standing)
• Paid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) certification
• Paid, best-in-class training program
• Career advancement and mentorship opportunities
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses (up to $500 per referral)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available to many part-time employees
• Company-issued iPad

Schedule & Hours

This is a part-time role, starting at approximately 15 hours per week, with opportunities to build additional hours based on availability and business needs.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children
• Strong communication skills with both children and caregivers
• Sound judgment in dynamic situations
• A desire for a meaningful, hands-on career

Experience working with children is a plus, including backgrounds such as camp counselor, nanny, preschool teacher, paraprofessional, teacher's aide, or childcare volunteer—but all applicants are welcome.

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or GED
• Enrolled or completed one college course (Trade/Tech School is applicable)
• A passion for supporting children and families impacted by autism
• Comfort using tablet-based technology
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license*, and active car insurance
• Military and college students may be exempt
• Availability during times most needed by families
• Commitment to completing our paid virtual RBT training program

Physical Requirements:

• Direct work with clients may include, without limitation, the following physical demands: sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders and/or frequent physical transitions. Responsibilities listed are illustrative and may change at ACES' discretion.

Turn your passion for helping others into a rewarding, impactful career with ACES. We can't wait to meet you!